Underwriting Jobs in Belton, MO

An Underwriter in the insurance industry is responsible for assessing risk and eligibility of potential clients. They play a key role by examining insurance applications and determining whether to provide insurance, and under what terms. Insurance underwriters use software to help analyze information and make decisions. They are essentially the ones who decide if an insurance company should take on a potential policyholder and how much premium to charge for taking on risk. This decision is made based on the potential client's risk profile, which is evaluated using technical data and statistical models.

Important skills for an insurance Underwriter include analytical skills, decision-making abilities, attention to detail, and good judgment. They must be able to process complex information and make sound decisions. To increase their competency and credibility in the industry, Underwriters can pursue professional certifications such as Chartered Property Casualty Underwriter (CPCU), Associate in Commercial Underwriting (ACU), or Associate in Personal Insurance (API). Prior to becoming an underwriter, individuals may have roles such as Insurance Agent, Claims Adjuster, or Risk Analyst. These roles provide valuable exposure and experience in the field of insurance which can be helpful in understanding the fundamentals of risk evaluation.

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Liberty Mutual Insurance

Surety Underwriter

Schedule: Full-Time Salary Range: USD $58000.00 - $138000.00 Job Category: Underwriting Description Markets, underwrites, and services moderate risks for an underwriting portfolio associated with a...

Group Underwriter Consultant

  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 2 days ago

CPCU, CLU, LOMA, HIAA or other insurance related courses preferred. Healthcare industry experience preferred....

Captives Executive Underwriter

  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 3 days ago

You will have responsibility for underwriting workers compensation, general liability and commercial auto for Captive programs....

Senior Ocean Marine Underwriter, Account Executive Officer

  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 3 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 3 days ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? Four years of underwriting, claim, operations, risk assessment, actuarial, sales, product, or finance experience. What Is in It for You?...

Technology & Life Sciences Commercial Underwriter, Account Executive

  • Independence, MO (24 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Independence, MO (24 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 5 days ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? Two years of underwriting, claim, operations, risk assessment, actuarial, sales, product, or finance experience. What Is in It for You?...

Loss Sensitive Construction Underwriter, Account Executive

  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 9 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 9 days ago

Explore life at Travelers. We have 10 diversity networks, employee-led organizations dedicated to fostering the development and success of our employees. >> Discover diversity and inclusion....

Commercial Underwriter II

  • Leawood, KS (12 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 9 days ago
  • Leawood, KS (12 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 9 days ago

Position Summary The Commercial Underwriter provides accurate, timely, and succinct credit underwriting to support the company's portfolio management and new business development efforts for the Relationship...

Insurance Analyst

  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 9 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 9 days ago

Professional designations such as CIC, CPCU, ARM, AU, AINS, Property & Casualty license, or equivalent is preferred....

Remote Work

Commercial Real Estate Underwriter II

  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 10 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 10 days ago

CRE loans (non-owner occupied CRE loans $1,000,000 or greater) in accordance with established underwriting policies, practices and standards....

Underwriter

  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 10 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 10 days ago

Consistently adheres to underwriting letter of authority, guidelines, and insurance laws. Manage results of book of business and implement underwriting action when applicable....

Underwriter Trainee

  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 10 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 10 days ago

In this position, you will learn to underwrite and analyze new and renewal business....

Loss Sensitive Construction Underwriter, Account Executive

  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 12 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 12 days ago

CPCU designation. What is a Must Have? Two years of underwriting, claim, operations, risk assessment, actuarial, sales, product, or finance experience. What Is in It for You?...

Mortgage Underwriter III

  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 14 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS (6 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 14 days ago

Review and reach an underwriting decision on the appraisal....

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Middle Markets Underwriter (Mid-Senior - Senior)

  • Lenexa, KS (12 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 15 days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (12 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 15 days ago

Today, Zurich North America is a leading provider of commercial property-casualty insurance solutions and a wide range of risk management products and services for businesses and individuals....

Remote Work

Entry-Level Insurance Associate Underwriter - Commercial Lines

  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 15 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (22 miles from Belton, MO)
  • 15 days ago

We are looking for people with: 1 year experience as support staff in an office environment or a Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year university Ability to earn a Property & Casualty License...

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Salary for Underwriting Jobs in Belton, MO

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Highest Education Level

Underwritings in Belton, MO offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
49.7%
Master's Degree
14.7%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
High School or GED
9.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.8%
Some College
2.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.1%
Some High School
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Underwritings in Belton, MO
None
40.0%
2-4 years
26.7%
1-2 years
20.0%
4-6 years
10.0%
6-8 years
3.3%


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